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Activities

Industry Linkages meeting between PEC and employers’ representatives and alumni of Department of Electrical Engineering

Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) team visited FUI Rawalpindi Campus on Friday 13th March 2013 and met the employers’ representatives and alumni of Department of Electrical Engineering. The PEC representatives discussed different aspects of electrical engineering profession and taken the feedback of the participants. One of the key suggestions appreciated by PEC was the introduction of user application for registered engineers.

Lecture on "The Sound Heart - How to Purify Your Soul"

Mufti Shaykh Tauqeer, Founder, Nur ul Ilm Academy, Dubai, during his visit to Pakistan, delivered a lecture to the students and faculty of Foundation University Islamabad Campus on 10th March 2020 at FUMC auditorium. The content of lecture focused upon purification of heart and the soul through adoption of Islamic Teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him).

Lecture on "Transforming the Digital Landscape of Pakistan through Fintechs"

Executive Vice President JS Bank, Mr. Noman Azhar visited Foundation University Rawalpindi Campus on 4th March 2020 to speak to the students and faculty of Software Engineering, Computer Sciences and Management Sciences regarding “Transforming the Digital Landscape of Pakistan through Fintechs”. The interactive talk ended at announcement of “Idea Challenge” with a prize of PKR 100,000.

CFO Kohi Noor Pvt Ltd visits FUBIC at FURC

Helping startups to grow, is one of the key functions of Foundation University Business Incubation Center. Therefore, meetings and visits by industry partners are regularly arranged at FUI to boost entrepreneurial activities. Recently, Chief Financial Officer of Kohi Noor Hitec Pvt Ltd Mr. Abdul Shakoor visited FUBIC on 11th March 2020 and interacted with startup “Digital Sight” and discussed various avenues in mass marketing of their brands Toshiba Pakistan and Boss Home Appliances.

Commercialization of indigenous technologies is the need of time for the Universities in this era of 4th Industrial Revolution and FUI is taking keen steps to provide industrial exposure to its students, faculty and the startup companies of the FUI Business Incubation Center. Automechsol Pvt Ltd, a startup incubated at Foundation University Business Incubation Center (FUBIC), along with Manager UIL Abdul Moeed and Manager BIC Syed Taimoor gave a presentation to the representatives of Technology Dept at Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Ltd (FFBL) on 11th March 2020 at FFBL Tower DHA-II Islamabad. The purpose of this presentation, was to seek technical expertise of FFBL, discuss the possibilities of technology transfer and scaling the business of Automechsol Pvt Ltd, through an MoU signed earlier in 2019 between FUI and FFBL. Mr. Qasim Noor, Founder and Mr. Muhammad Usama, the Co-Founder, have been offered technical mentorship and a meeting in subsequent week for calibration of mass and energy values of the product output. FFBL has agreed to help in marketing and projection of the refined version of the PLC Biomethane gas plant in upcoming months.

Idea Challenge 2020 by JS Bank for students of FURC

On 4th March 2020, during a lecture on Fintech and its Potential, Executive Vice President of JS Bank, Mr. Noman Azhar announced an "Idea Challenge".

A delegation from National Institute of Electronics (NIE), Ministry of Science and Technology visited the department of Electrical Engineering (DEE) at Foundation University Rawalpindi Campus on 25th February 2020. The delegation included the Director General Mr. Abdul Majeed Somroo, Director Technical Services Mr. Muhammad Kamran and Head of Quality Testing Mr. Faisal Paracha. In this visit, delegation was shown various laboratories of DEE, prototypes developed by students during their Final Year Projects and briefing on research projects in process. Both the institutions have agreed to work on joint technology driven activities and foster research in latest technologies.

Recruitment Drive by Zameen.Com at FURC

A recruitment drive by Zameen.com was held at FURC on 19th February 2020 between 11 AM and 5 PM for 6x different positions ranging from customer service to sales.This talent hunt event was jointly managed and delivered by ORIC and Faculty of Management Sciences. 26x applicants were interviewed by a panel of HR Business Partner and Assistant Manager. The panel appreciated the competency level and skill sets of the candidates.

Recruitment Drive By Ideas (Gul Ahmed Textiles Ltd)

On 11th February 2020, ORIC, BIC and Dept of Business Administration arranged “Recruitment Drive by Ideas (Gul Ahmed Textiles Ltd)” for the fresh BBA and MBA graduates of FURC. The HR representatives of Ideas interviewed the applicants for the position of Graduate Trainee Officer. Moreover, queries of students of last semester were also answered who want to start their career in retail industry

Lecture By Dr. Shaheen

"For faculty development, ORIC arranged a lecture for FURC Faculty on 7th February 2020. The resource person was Dr. Muhammad Shaheen, Dean Engineering & IT FURC and topic of lecture was “Individual and National Character”

Workshop On Orthodontics By ENSMILE

Educational Visit to Research Institute about International Terrorism

Students of BSMC 6th Semester along with Faculty Members, visited Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS) Islamabad on January 2nd 2020. The students were given presentation by the Managing Director of PICSS about the functioning of the Organisation, their research database and the external relations with various diplomatic missions in Islamabad.

On 9th, 10th and 11th December 2019, Students and Faculty of Department of Software Engineering, visited the IT Division of Fauji Foundation Head Office (FFHO). The main objective of this industry visit was to give students, the exposure to state of the art Data Center and the development of various software product in the SW department.

Industry Visit to 6th Conference on Digital Rights by Students of Media Sciences

13 Scholars of MS Media Sciences (Semester 1) Batch Fall 2019 along with 2x Faculty Members of Arts and Media Department participated in the 6th National Conference on Digital Privacy, hosted by Digital Rights Foundation (DRF) on Saturday, 7th December 2019 at the Ramada Hotel in Islamabad.

Industry Visit of Students to Fauji Foods Bhalwal

Final semester Students of MBA and BBA along with faculty members of Management Sciences, visited Fauji Foods, Bhalwal on 5th December 2019. Fauji Foods is a subsidiary of FFBL Pakistan and is a leading manufacturer of FMCG products with availability and visibility across Pakistan prominently Nurpur Dairy, Dostea and MUST beverages. Resident Manager of Fauji Foods lead the students.

Industry visit to Nayatal Head Office by Students of Software Engineering & Business Administration

ORIC arranged an industry visit for the students of Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering and Business Administration, to Nayatel head office on 27th November 2019. Senior Manager Mr. Syed Waqar gave a presentation to the student delegates and the faculty about Fiber to the Home (FTTH) deployment and the working mechanism of Nayatel Operations. #Nayatel Pvt Ltd is one of the strong industry partners of #FUI and has always welcomed collaboration with the university.

Industry Visit to National Institute of Electronics by Students of Electrical Engineering

Industry visit was arranged for students of Electrical Engineering Department by ORIC to the National Institute of Electronics (NIE). The students of BSEE 7th semester thoroughly benefitted from this visit on November 26, 2019 and gathered knowledge about different state of the art Labs of NIE (Automotive Research Lab, SMT Production Lab, Power Electronics Lab, Communication Engineering Lab and Integrated Circuit Design Lab). Director Technical Services and Coordination briefed the students about the research and development facilities offered by NIE.

Industry Visit to AKSA SDS Head Office by Students of Software Engineering

On 21st Nov 2019, Students and Faculty of Software Engineering and Business Administration, visited AKSA-Solutions Development Services (SDS). AKSA-SDS is a leading technology company that provides reliable and trusted next generation hardware and software solutions using latest innovative technologies and is based at Sector I-9/3 Islamabad. During this industry trip, the management of AKSA-SDS briefed the student delegates about the life-cycle of their product / services. FUI, in future, aims to establish stronger linkages with such organizations.

On 3 rd May 2019, Foundation University Islamabad held an interactive session of General Manager Human Resource, Mari Petroleum Company Ltd (MPCL), Brig. Abdul Ghaffar Khan SI(M) (Retd) at its Rawalpindi campus. The theme of the session was, “How to ace a job interview” and it lasted for 90 mins. The Guest Speaker gauged the session keeping in view the students are millennials. In question and answer session, the students clarified some genuine issues which are faced during a job interview. A tremendous response was witnessed from students who took great interest in the discussion.

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) has signed MOU with Foundation Wind Energy Limited (FWEL)

On 18th April 2019, FUI has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Foundation Wind Energy Limited (FWEL). Managing Director of FWEL, Rector FUI and senior management from both sides participated in this signing ceremony at FUI Secretariat. FWEL is operating 2x plants of 50MW each and aims to diversify its production using hybrid source including wind and solar. According to this MOU, both organizations shall help each other in the areas of Industry-Academia Linkages (IAL). The key areas of IAL in this MOU include; supervision from FWEL experts in final year projects of FUI students, provision of internships for students of FUI, help in new academic programs, areas for joint research and guidance in product development.

Lecture "Technology and Innovation in Pakistan" by Mr. Yusuf Hussain

On 16 th April 2019, CEO-Ignite (National Technology Fund), Mr. Yusuf Hussain graced Foundation University Islamabad with an interactive session on "Technology and Innovation in Pakistan". The guest speaker ignited the students to develop the skills which shall be needed to survive the 4th Industrial Revolution. He clearly mentioned that Initiative and Critical Thinking are two major driving skills of this digital era. Students were also explained about the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Pakistan and its performance of past one decade. At the end, Pro-Rector/Campus Director Brig. Abdul Ghafoor presented a souvenir to the guest speaker as token of appreciation.

A lecture by Lt Gen Tariq Khan HI (M) (Retd), MD/CEO of Fauji Fertilizer Companyc (FFC) on “Emerging Regional and International Environment: Challenges and Response” conducted on 11 April 2019, in auditorium of FUMC. The duration of the session was 1 hour followed by Q&A session. In this lecture Guest speaker Lt Gen Tariq Khan pitched the light on importance of CPEC for Pakistan and its impact on the region. He also educated the audience about the Afghan and Kashmir current situation and its repercussions over Pakistan and rest of the world.

Ccixer

The MOU between Foundation University Islamabad and CCIXER Inc. USA was signed on April 04, 2019 by Director ORIC, FUI and Country Director CCIXER on behalf of their respective organizations. CCIXER is a USA tech Company located in the Silicon Valley and provides training in the field of Science and Technology to undergraduate students. CCIXER has provided free of cost training to 10 FUI students through CCIXER's "Tech Gateway Program". FUI Students are very satisfied and termed it as “fruitful and conducive for their academic learning”. After graduation, CCIXER will sent student’s profile to companies in USA for internships and jobs. Scholarships will also be provided to students who intended to pursue Master’s degree in USA.

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) has signed MOU with Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC)

On 27 March 2019, the Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) and the Fauji Fertilizer Company Ltd (FFC) – signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on industry-academia linkages. The MOU was signed by Director ORIC, FUI and Company Secretary, FFC, at the head office of FFC located at Sona Towers, The Mall, Rawalpindi. The ceremony was attended and witnessed by Senior Officials from both organizations.Under the MOU, both sides agree to enhance cooperation on industry-academia by undertaking several activities in areas of mutual interest. The MOU keenly focuses on the arrangement of internship and supervision of final year projects of students which would result in the strengthening of linkages between both institutions.

Dr. Ashfaq Shuaib, MD, FRCPC, FAHA, Professor at the Department of Medicine and the Director of Stroke program, Division of Neurology at University of Alberta was invited at FUMC to deliver a talk on March 21, 2019. The talk was regarding various aspects of Cerebra Vascular diseases including Epidemiology, Risk Factors, and Clinical Presentations, Stroke sub-types, Diagnostic investigations and Management. The lecture was attended by senior faculty members from basic and clinical sciences, and more than 400 students from medical, dental and rehabilitation colleges of FUIC.

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) has signed MOU with Askari Cement Limited (ACL)

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) has reached another milestone by signing MOU with Askari Cement Ltd (ACL) on 19th of March 2019. This memorandum shall enhance alliance between both the institutions and jump-start the industry academia linkages. ACL aims to add value for students, faculty and alumni of FUI by: supervising Final Year Projects (FYPs); mentoring through Guest Lectures; facilitating Industrial visits; guidance of Incubatees and providing Internship / jobs opportunities. Company Secretary, Brig. Haroon Abbas Khan SI(M) from ACL and Director ORIC, Dr. Shagufta Akhtar from FUI signed the MOU in presence of senior dignitaries at the head office of ACL.

Seminar On “How To Start Your Career In Game Development Industry” By Ms. Sadia Bashir

A lecture “How to start your Career in Game Development Industry” was delivered on February 12, 2019 for the students of FURC. 150 students of Department of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Psychology attended the lecture. The resource person Ms. Sadia Bashir, CEO Pixel Arts Academy, offered an insight into the Game Development Industry, which is one of the emerging industries of the world. Students showed keen interest and appreciated the guest speaker’s elaborations.

ORIC at Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) is enhancing the Industry Academia Linkages with full zeal and zest under the patronage of Rector FUI and has been able to develop understanding with FPCDL, FCCL and MPCL since December 2018.In continuation of above, today another milestone I. e. an MOU has been signed between FUI and Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Ltd (FFBL).The key areas of this MOU are; Curriculum Revision, Visiting Faculty, Internships, Placements, Industry Visits, Job Fairs, Supervision of Final Year Projects, Guidance of Incubatees at Business Incubation Centre and Guest Speeches.

Memorandum of Understanding signed between Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) and Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL)

Foundation University Islamabad linked an MOU with Mari Petroleum Company Limited on January 23, 2019. This MOU will enhance Industry Academia Linkages (IAL) and provide invaluable opportunities for students and graduates of FUI.

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Foundation Power Company Daharki Ltd (FPCDL)

On January 08, 2019, Changez Dil Khan , Rector FUI and Maj Gen Asghar Nawaz HI(M) (Retd), CEO / MD FPCDL signed the MOU on behalf of Foundation University Islamabad and Foundation Power Company Daharki Limited. The purpose of the MOU is to synergize on the different areas of Industry-Academia Linkages (IAL) which includes; joint research, curriculum revision, new academic programs, industrial trips, internships, job placements, professional trainings, prototype / product development and commercialization of research.

Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL)

Foundation University Islamabad inked an MOU with Fauji Cement Company Limited on January 08, 2019. The prime objective of this understanding is to enhance the industry academia linkages. This collaboration is meant to benefit from each other’s initiatives, expertise, working procedures and to support and assist the researchers associated with both organisations.

A delegation from Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) led by Manager Technical Services, Mr. Muhammad Farooq, visited FUI Rawalpindi Campus on 1 st Nov 2018. The delegation included Officers from Marketing, IT and Technology departments of FFC. During the visit, some prototypes made by department of Electrical Engineering were shown to the guests, they also visited the data center and computer labs. At the end of the visit, Dean Arts and Social Sciences briefed the guests about overall performance indicators of FUI.

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The Foundation University Islamabad (FUI), a project of Fauji Foundation was established under a federal charter in October 2002. The University's programmes of study have been duly accredited by Higher Education Commission (HEC), National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC), Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP) and Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC).